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Fig Knot Cheesecake
A creative and new cheesecake with knotted figs. A delicious and proven recipe, and importantly it doesn’t rely on gelatin. The section below also shows how to knot the figs.
Fish Sayadieh
There are many ways to make fish sayadieh, and this is one of the easiest. This dish is great for the family, and it is also perfect when you have guests for lunch.
Cream with Fruit
Cream with fruit is the perfect dessert for times when we're craving something sweet but don't want a rich, heavy dessert... a delicious treat that's also light.
How to Make Baba Ghanoush
Baba ghanoush is one of the tastiest appetizers; it can be enjoyed as a light meal or as a side with many main dishes, especially seafood.
Chocolate Head
We have long refrained from using the name "Head of the Slave," believing that this term is outdated and carries, even if unintentionally, racist connotations that we and our site and followers want no part of. We therefore decided to rename this recipe: "Chocolate Head."
Easy Qatayef Batter
An easy, delicious, and tried-and-true qatayef batter recipe you can make at home with no trouble at all. The filling is up to you, depending on what you have on hand: pistachios, walnuts and sugar, or even cheese. Enjoy!
Oatmeal and Honey Bread - Video
An easy, tested bread recipe using oats and honey with wholesome ingredients—perfect for home baking.
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms - Video
Portobello mushrooms, or portobellas, are delicious and very healthy. Try this quick, flavorful recipe and share it with loved ones.
Dates Decorated with Chocolate and Nuts
This is one of those recipes you can prepare for the blessed month of Ramadan and also later for Eid hospitality! Or any time :)
Raffaello Balls
Raffaello is one of those delicious, much-loved chocolates that are easy to make at home with just a few ingredients... and this recipe is proof of that :)
Seasoned Lentils
Seasoned lentils are a recipe that can be a tasty breakfast or a quick vegetarian lunch, served with an assortment of vegetables and pickles. An easy and delicious recipe, and most importantly, it is very healthy!
Diet Whole Wheat Bread
Craving bread but worried about calories? The answer is to eat a moderate amount of bread and choose whole-wheat bread. This recipe is great because it uses whole-wheat flour and can be made at home with peace of mind since there are no unwanted additives.
Eggplant Moussaka
What sets the "What Are You Cooking Today" collection apart is that we learn a new method every day, whether for a recipe we have never tried before or a traditional one with a special touch... In this collection, every recipe has been tried and prepared by home cooks, so anyone can make it with confidence that it will turn out well. We tried this quick and easy eggplant moussaka, but we swapped fried eggplant for roasted eggplant, and that choice is up to you and your preferred diet.
Ozi with Saj Bread
Ozi, also known as qouzi, can be prepared in different ways, but the women of What's Cooking Today always come back to the easiest recipe and the tastiest one! Today's recipe saves you from buying the special pastry sheets for qouzi, and you can make this delicious dish using saj bread or rolled bread. It's an easy recipe with ingredients found in every home.
Smoked Turkey Toast
Sometimes we like to prepare light dishes, either as a snack between meals or to serve alongside main courses at banquets. This kind of appetizer with turkey toast and cheese is an ideal dish for these occasions, and it couldn’t be easier to make!
Kaak al-Abbas
As we have mentioned many times, there are different recipes and names for this type of kaak, but this particular version follows the name and method used by the people of South Lebanon. It is one of the recipes that accompanies them in times of celebration and sorrow...
Ka'ak
One of the tastiest and most sought-after kinds of ka'ak in today's Sho Tabkheen collection... Every lady has her own special touch when making this type of ka'ak, but today we bring you a very easy recipe that you will definitely try and love.
Afternoon Kaak
Kaak, kaak! This is one of those recipes that satisfies every kaak lover, especially expats who may not always have access to this delicious kind of kaak when they crave it. The wonderful, magical solution is this recipe, made with ingredients found in every home kitchen.

















